APU Articles
Art and Soul
January 14, 2015
Before the mind comprehends the stories unfolding on the ceiling, before the eye delights in the incredible palette of rich, saturated colors, even before the nostrils breathe in the unmistakable musty aroma of ancient paint and polished wood, each visitor to the Sistine Chapel experiences an indescribable visceral response—a feeling—that transcends the senses and speaks to the soul.
The River of Faith
January 12, 2015
Contrary to the popular saying, I believe it is un familiarity, not familiarity, that breeds contempt. This occurs not only when we encounter different cultures and religious beliefs, but also when we discover differing understandings, traditions, and practices of our Christian faith. Confronted with these variations, many Christians tend to withdraw from fellow believers in a veiled, yet very real, form of bias toward those who do not share the same interpretation of the history and practice of Christianity.
Reporting on a Celebration of Freedom: The 25 Anniversary of the Fall of the Berlin Wall
December 05, 2014
Laser light shows and musical performances from Britain's Peter Gabriel, and the German rock band Silly filled the air at the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Germany, on the evening of November 9, 2014. More than 50,000 people gathered at the historic landmark to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall and the reunification of Germany. Six jumbotrons surrounded the crowd, showing pictures of the 136 refugees killed attempting to escape the infamous Berlin Wall.
Bringing God’s Kingdom to Earth
December 04, 2014
New Physical Therapy App Brings the Textbook to Life
December 04, 2014
Michael Wong, PT, DPT, O.C.S., FAAOMPT, associate professor in the Department of Physical Therapy, knew there was a problem in physical therapy classrooms. Students learned information from their textbooks and passed their exams, yet were not fully prepared when faced with a real patient. “A void existed between reading the textbook and sitting in front of a person experiencing terrible back pain,” said Wong. “We read and taught concepts chapter-by-chapter, but solving problems in the clinic requires connecting different areas of knowledge together.”
Final Papers? The Writing Center Can Help
December 01, 2014
Celebrating Christmas
November 13, 2014
School of Nursing Federal Grant Promotes Mental Health and Wellness
October 29, 2014
A recent $1.2 million federal grant will enable approximately 80 full-time Azusa Pacific University Master of Science of Nursing students in the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program to gain hands-on experience through clinical practice working with children, adolescents, and transitional youth in the community facing mental health complications and substance abuse.
International Center Welcomes Students "Home"
October 27, 2014
Step inside the doors of Azusa Pacific's International Center, and you quickly see why they call all who enter “family.” On any given day, you can find Styrofoam boxes of Chinese takeout covering the table, music playing loudly (with dancing, if you’re lucky), and international and American students sitting on couches laughing, chatting, sharing a meal, and even napping. The International Center is more than an office to these students—it’s home.
New Engineering Program and Department Form to Meet High Demand
October 20, 2014
APU Tackles the STEM Crisis
October 13, 2014
The Courage to Speak
October 08, 2014
The Science of Creation
October 06, 2014
Amazed and Astounded: Sci Fi Pulp Magazine Exhibit Explores Culture
October 02, 2014
Bright colors, bold typography, and whimsical images decorate the glass cases in Azusa Pacific’s Darling Library. Heroes, monsters, and villains alike pose dramatically across magazine covers, promising passersby tales of adventure and fanciful places. Welcome to the world of science fiction pulp magazines.
Gospel Music: Unity Through Diversity
October 02, 2014
Rolling rhythms, pounding beats. Clapping hands, shouts of “Amen!” Gospel music’s distinct sounds draw from traditional African music, African-American slave spirituals, the smooth voices of blues singers, and contemporary worship. For generations, it has brought encouragement to people from all backgrounds. At concerts throughout the year, APU’s Gospel Choir invites diverse audiences of students, faculty, and community members to experience this heartfelt worship.